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Biddle Community Day

Saturday, September 19 at 9:00am

The Duke Department of Music invites you to our first Biddle Community Day! Join us as we open our doors and welcome the broader Triangle and on-campus communities to experience ...

Beauty, Suffering, and Belonging

Tuesday, September 15 at 1:45pm

Presentation by Alvin Ailey’s Matthew Rushing and Du’Bois A’Keen on the creation of Sacred Spaces, followed by discussion with Duke faculty Sherilynn Black, Jingqiu Guan, Ellen McLarney and Sarah Wilbur. ...

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Closing Screening of “Til Íslands”

Thursday, September 10 at 7:00pm

Join us for the closing reception of “Til Íslands,” an exhibition by artist and Duke alum Emma Geiger, and an outdoor screening of her experimental documentary short. Schedule • 7 ...

Duke Symphony Orchestra: Pops Concert

Sunday, September 6 at 6:00pm

Round out your Labor Day weekend with one of Duke’s most anticipated musical traditions! The Duke Symphony Orchestra launches its 2026-27 season with a lively outdoor concert on the East ...

Theater Studies Open House

Tuesday, September 1 at 4:00pm

Join the Department of Theater Studies faculty, students, and staff in celebrating a new academic year. Learn about class openings, auditions, and the 2026-27 season of Theater Studies Mainstages, New ...

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Duke Chapel Choir Open Rehearsal

Sunday, August 23 at 9:15am

A great way to find out what it’s like to sing in the Duke Chapel is to attend this open rehearsal. This is a relaxed time to sing and meet ...

Promotional graphic for "Duke Chapel Choir Open Rehearsal" featuring members of a choir singing from open binders in ornate wooden pews, next to a blue banner with the event title and Duke University Chapel logo.

Duke Chapel Choir Open Rehearsal

Wednesday, August 19 at 6:30pm

A great way to find out what it’s like to sing in the Duke Chapel is to attend this open rehearsal. This is a relaxed time to sing and meet ...

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Black Evidence: A History and a Warning

Wednesday, August 19 at 6:00pm

Join us at the Durham County Main Library to hear Duke Professor of Political Science Candis Watts Smith discuss her recent book, Black Evidence: A History and a Warning (2026, ...

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Til Íslands

Wednesday, June 10 at 12:00pm

“Til Íslands” presents images of dislocation and reconnection with the Icelandic landscape after over a century of separation. In the summer of 2025, Emma Geiger returned to the land left ...

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ADF presents Pilobolus

Saturday, July 25 at 5:00pm

Program: On the Nature of Things, Virtuous & Vicious, Lamentation Variations, Nocturne, Day Two Running time: 115 minutes, including one intermission Tickets: $40-$70 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box ...

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ADF presents Pilobolus (Children’s Matinee)

Saturday, July 25 at 12:00pm

Program: TBA Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $18, or $30 for both Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Duke employee and student discounts do not apply. ...

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ADF presents Pilobolus

Friday, July 24 at 7:30pm

Program: On the Nature of Things, Virtuous & Vicious, Lamentation Variations, Nocturne, Day Two Running time: 115 minutes, including one intermission Tickets: $40-$70 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box ...

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ADF presents Li Chiao-Ping Dance

Wednesday, July 22 at 7:30pm

ADF Debut Program: Dirty Laundry Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion Company Website: https://www.lcpdance.com/ Dirty Laundry is a ...

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ADF presents Paul Taylor Dance Company

Thursday, July 16 at 7:30pm

ADF Co-commissioned World Premiere Program: Clair de Lune by Jody Sperling, New work by Pam Tanowitz, …Byzantium by Paul Taylor, Under the Rhythm by Robert Battle Running time: 95 minutes, ...

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ADF presents Paul Taylor Dance Company

Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30pm

ADF Co-commissioned World Premiere Program: Clair de Lune by Jody Sperling, New work by Pam Tanowitz, …Byzantium by Paul Taylor, Under the Rhythm by Robert Battle Running time: 95 minutes, ...

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ADF presents Footprints

Sunday, July 12 at 3:00pm

Presented in collaboration with Turnbridge Equities • ADF Commissioned World Premiere Program: New works by Ephrat Asherie, Vincent E. Thomas, & Keith Thompson Running time: 60-75 minutes, with potential intermission ...

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ADF presents Footprints

Saturday, July 11 at 7:30pm

Presented in collaboration with Turnbridge Equities • ADF Commissioned World Premiere Program: New works by Ephrat Asherie, Vincent E. Thomas, & Keith Thompson Running time: 60-75 minutes, with potential intermission ...

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ADF presents Monica Bill Barnes & Company

Friday, July 10 at 7:30pm

Program: Many Happy Returns Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Wednesday, July 8 at 7:30 pm. Company ...

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ADF presents Monica Bill Barnes & Company

Thursday, July 9 at 7:30pm

Program: Many Happy Returns Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Wednesday, July 8 at 7:30 pm. Company ...

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ADF presents Monica Bill Barnes & Company

Wednesday, July 8 at 7:30pm

Program: Many Happy Returns Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Wednesday, July 8 at 7:30 pm. Company ...

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ADF presents Monica Bill Barnes & Company

Tuesday, July 7 at 7:30pm

Program: Many Happy Returns Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Wednesday, July 8 at 7:30 pm. Company ...

ADF presents Tere O’Connor Dance

Wednesday, July 1 at 7:30pm

ADF Co-Commission Program: Construct-A-Guy, Tere’s talk, The Lace Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Tuesday, June 30 ...

ADF presents Tere O’Connor Dance

Wednesday, July 1 at 2:00pm

ADF Co-Commission Program: Construct-A-Guy, Tere’s talk, The Lace Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Tuesday, June 30 ...

ADF presents Tere O’Connor Dance

Tuesday, June 30 at 7:30pm

ADF Co-Commission Program: Construct-A-Guy, Tere’s talk, The Lace Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion on Tuesday, June 30 ...

A split-screen promotional graphic for an event at Duke University Chapel. The left side features a color photograph of a choir of adults, teenagers, and young children in white surplices singing intensely while holding black folders, guided by a conductor whose back and raised hand are visible in the foreground. The right side is a solid dark blue block containing white text that reads "RSCM AMERICA CHORAL EVENSONG WORSHIP SERVICE," positioned above the white logo for Duke University Chapel.

Choral Evensong Worship Service

Sunday, June 28 at 4:00pm

For centuries, the church has marked the transition from daytime to evening with psalms, prayer, and song. This Choral Evensong service follows this historic pattern, using the liturgy of the ...

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Kimberly Bartosik/daela

Saturday, June 27 at 7:30pm

ADF Co-Commission Program: bLUr Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30-$45 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Post-Performance Discussion Company Website: www.daela.org Culled from the haunting experience ...

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Arts+ & Doc+ Final Showcase

Thursday, June 25 at 2:00pm

You’re invited to the final showcase for the 2026 Arts+ and Doc+ summer programs. **** 2-2:45 p.m.: Presentations in the CDS Auditorium 2:45-4 p.m.: Open house across CDS buildings featuring ...

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ADF presents Made in NC

Monday, June 22 at 7:30pm

Co-presented with Cary, NC • ADF-Commissioned World Premieres • ADF Debuts Program: New works by Tracey Durbin, Jabu Graybeal, Courtney Liu, & Amanda K. Miller Running time: 90 minutes, including ...

A split-screen promotional graphic for an event at Duke University Chapel.  On the left side, a photograph captures a live choral concert inside the grand, gothic-style chapel. A large choir and small instrumental ensemble perform at the front of the sanctuary, facing a seated audience that fills the pews. Above the performers, towering stone pillars frame an intricate, multi-tiered wooden reredos and a massive, colorful stained-glass window. Rows of glowing, ornate chandeliers hang down from the high ceiling over the audience.  The right side of the image features a solid royal blue background with white text that reads "VENETIAN VESPERS MUSIC"

Venetian Vespers Music

Saturday, June 20 at 8:00pm

This concert presents larger-scale works with soloists and period instruments, in the format of the traditional Vespers evening prayer service. Palm settings by the Renaissance Italian composer Claudio Monteverdi are ...

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ADF presents Camille A. Brown & Dancers

Saturday, June 20 at 7:30pm

Co-presented with Hayti Cultural Center Program: I AM ♫ This performance features live music! Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30-$60 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. ...

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ADF presents Camille A. Brown & Dancers

Saturday, June 20 at 2:00pm

Co-presented with Hayti Cultural Center Program: I AM ♫ This performance features live music! Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30-$60 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. ...

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ADF presents Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company

Friday, June 19 at 7:30pm

Program: Continuous Replay and Story/ Running time: 70 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $40-$70 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Artist Website: newyorklivearts.org/btj-az-company/ Continuous Replay reflects Arnie Zane’s interests ...

A split-screen promotional graphic for an event at Duke University Chapel.  On the left side, a photograph shows a choir of young adults performing on a stage. They are dressed in formal black attire, holding open black music folders, and several singers are holding long-stemmed red roses. In the foreground, the neck of a double bass and the back of a musician's head are slightly out of focus.  The right side of the image has a solid royal blue background with white text that reads "SACRED CONCERTOS AND MOTETS".

Sacred Concertos and Motets [in Goodson Chapel]

Friday, June 19 at 7:00pm

This concert features music by the Renaissance Italian composer Claudio Monteverdi and his Circle, and showcases smaller-scale works for voices and continuo. *** The concert takes place in Duke Divinity ...

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ADF presents Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company

Thursday, June 18 at 7:30pm

Program: Continuous Replay and Story/ Running time: 70 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $40-$70 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Artist Website: newyorklivearts.org/btj-az-company/ Continuous Replay reflects Arnie Zane’s interests ...

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ADF presents Jesse Factor

Wednesday, June 17 at 7:30pm

ADF Debut Program: The Marthaodyssey Running time: 50 minutes, no intermission Tickets: $30-$45 Tickets are purchased through Duke University’s Box Office. Artist Website: www.jessefactor.com Jesse Factor’s solo work, The Marthaodyssey, ...

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German Soul: Building a Live Documentary

Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00pm

A Behind-the-Scenes Conversation with Justin Robinson and D.L. Anderson When our most sacred recipes tell inconvenient truths, do we have the courage to listen? A family treat called “stickies” turns ...

Til Íslands by Emma Geiger

Til Íslands – Opening Reception

Friday, June 12 at 4:00pm

About the Exhibition Til Íslands presents images of dislocation and reconnection with the Icelandic landscape after a century of separation. The exhibition includes 35mm and 16mm film, alternative processed photography, ...

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ADF presents BODYTRAFFIC Unplugged

Monday, June 8 at 7:00pm

Program: Schachmatt, Coalescence, Incense Burning on a Saturday Morning: The Maestro Running time: 60 minutes, no intermission Tickets: Sliding scale of $10 / $20 / $30 Experience this ADF performance ...

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Flipping the Bird Friday

Friday, June 5 at 12:15pm

Duke University Libraries will be turning the pages of the Birds of America on the first Friday of every month! We welcome you to stop by and watch-what bird will ...

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Shifts: New Expressions 2026

April 23 - June 21

Shift your perspective. Come explore our annual exhibition of student documentary work and new creative visions! This year’s exhibition, “Shifts: New Expressions 2026,” includes documentary photography, film, and installations from ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

May 7, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

May 6, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

May 5, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

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Flipping the Bird Friday

May 1, 2026

Duke University Libraries will be turning the pages of the Birds of America on the first Friday of every month! We welcome you to stop by and watch-what bird will ...

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Graduate Liberal Studies Student Showcase

April 30, 2026

This year’s Graduate Liberal Studies Student Showcase will be held on Thursday, April 30, 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the auditorium at The Center for Documentary Studies. The opening reception ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 30, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 29, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 28, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A promotional graphic for a "Bach Cantata" event. The graphic is divided into two sections. The left section features a photo of an orchestra and a choir performing in a large church. The conductor, a man in a black suit, stands facing the musicians. The choir is wearing white robes with blue stoles, and the church has ornate wooden stalls and stone walls. The right section is a solid dark blue background with the words "Bach Cantata" in white text at the top and the Duke University Chapel logo at the bottom.

Bach Cantata Series: Bach & Handel

April 26, 2026

Johann Sebastian Bach’s cantatas are often considered the pinnacle of German sacred music, works whose theological depth and emotional resonance touch deep places in the human soul. This year’s cantata ...

Anzu Quartet

Anzû Quartet Concert

April 25, 2026

The Anzû Quartet is the visiting ensemble-in-residence at the Duke Department of Music this month. During their residency, they are rehearsing and recording new works by our graduate composition students. ...

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Shifts: New Expressions 2026

April 23, 2026

Shift your perspective. Join the Duke Center for Documentary Studies (CDS) for our annual celebration of student documentary work and new creative visions! ->| Explore exhibitions featuring work from CDS ...

Chamber Music at Duke: Concert 2

April 21, 2026

Join us for the second evening of Duke’s annual celebration of collaborative artistry as Chamber Music at Duke presents another rich program featuring 15-20 student ensembles performing works that span ...

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Cartonera Showcase with Duke Students

April 21, 2026

Join us as Duke’s first student cartonera collective, Muyu Pacha, showcases its original cartonera books and invites you to learn more about this publishing movement from Latin America. Cartoneras (Spanish ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 21, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

Chamber Music at Duke: Concert 1

April 20, 2026

Join us for the first of two celebratory evenings as Chamber Music at Duke presents a vibrant showcase featuring 15-20 student ensembles performing repertoire that spans more than 300 years ...

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Duke in LA Spring 2027 Info Session

April 20, 2026

Come learn more about the Spring 2027 Duke in LA program. Meet faculty director Josh Gibson and explore internship opportunities. Spend your semester in Los Angeles, where film, television, music, ...

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2026 Senior Capstone Exhibition

April 20, 2026

Visual Arts, Cinematic Arts, and Documentary Studies would like to cordially invite you to the 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition! Please join us at the Rubenstein Arts Center this Monday, April ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the large bells inside a church tower. Sunlight is streaming through the arched windows behind the bells. The text on the right side of the image reads: "J. Samuel Hammond Carillon Recital" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

J. Samuel Hammond Carillon Recital

April 19, 2026

The J. Samuel Hammond Carillon Recitals are performed on the Chapel’s 50-bell carillon, and may be enjoyed al fresco from the beauty of Abele Quad. This recital will be presented ...

A dark blue graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows an aerial view of a group of choir members wearing white robes, surrounding a large baptismal font. A man in the center wearing a purple and white robe is conducting them with his hands raised. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Choral Evensong Worship Service" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Choral Evensong Worship Service

April 19, 2026

For centuries, the church has marked the transition from daytime to evening with psalms, prayer, and song. Duke Chapel’s Choral Evensong follows this historic pattern, using the liturgy of the ...

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Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

April 16, 2026

The 28th annual Full Frame Documentary Film Festival returns to downtown Durham, NC April 16-19, 2026. Join us to hear from the boldest new voices in nonfiction cinema- plus parties, ...

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2026 McGovern Lecture: Susan Magsamen

April 15, 2026

Register at: https://trentcenter.duke.edu/mcgovern Susan Magsamen, author of “Your Brain on Art” will deliver the 2026 Trent Center McGovern Lecture on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026. She is the founder and executive ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 15, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

A graphic with an image on the left and text on the right. The image shows a close-up, eye-level shot of the many rows of keyboards on a large pipe organ inside Duke Chapel. A stained-glass window is visible in the background. The text on the right side of the image reads: "Organ Demonstration" and "Duke University Chapel." Below the text is the Duke University Chapel logo.

Organ Demonstration

April 14, 2026

This organ demonstration is an opportunity to stop in to hear a Duke Chapel organ or Bösendorfer grand piano played in the informal atmosphere of an open rehearsal. These demonstrations ...

Duke Human Rights Center @FHI Summer Read. The Problem of Personhood: Giving Rights to Trees, Corporations, and Robots. Lisa Siraganian.

Summer Read: Kickoff Lunch

April 13, 2026

Join Duke Human Rights Center@FHI for our Summer Read Kickoff Lunch! We’re inviting students, faculty, staff, and community members to join us this summer in reading Lisa Siraganian’s The Problem ...